Knoxville, TN (January 18, 2026) – Emergency responders were dispatched Saturday afternoon to a crash with reported injuries near the intersection of East Summit Hill Dr and Martin Luther King Jr Ave in Knoxville.
The incident occurred at approximately 3:11 p.m. on January 17. According to dispatch information, Engine One was sent to the scene, where a motor vehicle crash was believed to have caused injuries. The number of vehicles involved and the severity of the injuries were not immediately confirmed.
Paramedics assessed those at the scene, and authorities worked to secure the area and begin an investigation into the circumstances leading up to the crash.
This intersection, located near downtown Knoxville, is a frequently traveled area, and the collision may have led to temporary traffic delays.
We send our well wishes to those affected and hope for a full and speedy recovery for the injured.
